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The Erdre Valley Gravel Adventure
A gravel cycling route starting from Sautron
Cycling through the picturesque Erdre valley on gravel roads
Map
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Discover the beautiful Erdre valley on this gravel adventure. With a total ascent of 408 meters over a distance of 75 km, this route offers a scenic and challenging ride. As you cycle along, you will pass through charming towns and villages, including Nort-sur-Erdre, Sucé-sur-Erdre, and Orvault.
gravel
75 km
408 m
Tough
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Sautron Village centerSautron: A hidden gem with access to legendary climbs and scenic countryside routes.
Situated in the Pays de la Loire region, Sautron offers a delightful biking experience for road and gravel cyclists. The locality boasts scenic countryside routes that wind through picturesque farmland and quaint villages. Cyclists can enjoy peaceful rides with minimal traffic, making it an ideal location to fully immerse in the beauty of nature. Additionally, the area provides easy access to the renowned climbs of Col du Grand Colombier and Col de la Croix de Fer, attracting cyclists in search of challenging ascents. Overall, Sautron is a hidden gem for cyclists seeking tranquility and thrilling climbs.42 km
42 km
Nort-sur-ErdreVillageVisit the charming town of Nort-sur-Erdre, known for its beautiful château.
56 km
56 km
Sucé-sur-ErdreVillageExplore Sucé-sur-Erdre and enjoy the stunning views of the river.
69 km
69 km
OrvaultTownPass through Orvault and admire its historic architecture.
75 km
75 km
Finish: Sautron Village centerSautron: A hidden gem with access to legendary climbs and scenic countryside routes.
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Orvault](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/orvault-5.webp)
![Image of Couëron](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/coueron-2.webp)
![Image of Indre](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/indre-5.webp)
![Image of La Montagne](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/la-montagne-4.webp)
![Image of Treillières](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/treillieres-5.webp)
![Image of Saint-Étienne-de-Montluc](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/saint-etienne-de-montluc-1.webp)
![Image of Vigneux-de-Bretagne](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/vigneux-de-bretagne-5.webp)
![Image of Saint-Jean-de-Boiseau](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/saint-jean-de-boiseau-5.webp)
![Image of Le Pellerin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/le-pellerin-5.webp)